Anushka Saxena

Anushka Saxena, Staff Research Analyst at the Takshashila Institution focused on China and West Asia, breaks down Beijing’s stakes. She outlines China’s economic ties in the region. She maps the strategic tightrope between supporting Iran and protecting Gulf investments. She explores possible covert arms links, diplomatic levers, and steps to safeguard Chinese nationals and commerce.

Anushka Saxena, a staff research analyst at Takshashila, explores PLA strategies and China-Taiwan relations, while Zoe Liz Philip, an education journalist, specializes in policy impacts on labor markets. They dive into China's K-Visa, designed to attract global STEM talent without employer sponsorship. The discussion highlights the visa's strategic implications, domestic reactions, and cultural backlash amidst rising youth unemployment. Both experts raise concerns about retention challenges and global sentiment towards China, especially affecting Indian STEM graduates.

Anushka Saxena, a staff research analyst at the Takshashila Institution, dives into the complex US-China economic and technology tensions. She discusses the recent Trump-Xi meeting, emphasizing the temporary nature of their concessions and the ongoing rivalry. Anushka highlights the implications for India, suggesting strategies for negotiating better access and diversifying supply chains. The conversation also touches on TikTok's data issues and semiconductor controls, painting a vivid picture of the geopolitical landscape.